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Installation Instructions for the Solaris® Stick Light Models SL8F, SL6F, and SL4F 25500078A REV. A 213
Safety Message to Installers and Operators of Warning Lights People’s lives depend on your proper installation and operation of Federal Signal products. It is important to read and follow all instructions shipped with this product and the original product. In addition, listed below are some other important safety instructions and precautions you should follow: •
To properly install this light, you must have a good understanding of automotive electrical procedures and systems, along with proficiency in the installation and service of safety warning equipment. Always refer to the vehicle’s service manuals when installing equipment on a vehicle.
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DO NOT install equipment or route wiring in the deployment path of an airbag.
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When drilling into a vehicle structure, be sure that both sides of the surface are clear of anything that could be damaged.
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For the light to function properly, a separate ground connection must be made. If practical, it should be connected to the negative battery terminal. At a minimum, it may be attached to a solid metal body or chassis part that provides an effective ground path.
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Locate the light control so the VEHICLE and CONTROL can be operated safely under all driving conditions.
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Do not attempt to activate or deactivate the light control while driving in a hazardous situation.
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You should frequently inspect the light to ensure that it is operating properly and that it is securely attached to the vehicle.
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This product contains high intensity LED devices. To prevent eye damage, DO NOT stare into the light beam at close range.
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After installation, test the stick light to ensure that it is operating properly.
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If a vehicle seat is temporarily removed, verify with the vehicle manufacturer if the seat needs to be recalibrated for proper airbag deployment.
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After testing is complete, provide a copy of these instructions to the instructional staff and all operating personnel.
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File these instructions in a safe place and refer to them when maintaining and/or reinstalling the product.
Failure to follow all safety precautions and instructions may result in property damage, serious injury, or death.
Product Overview
The Solaris® Stick Light is a non-directional flashing LED lighthead that is designed to operate as a standby device. Eight-head, six-head, and four-head models are available. The stick light mounts horizontally with supplied hardware on the interior or exterior of a vehicle with the 30-foot cable exiting from the rear. The end caps are compression-sealed by gaskets to the extruded housing. Each stick light is programmed with ten flash patterns plus one test pattern that are selectable by a control head without opening the stick light.
Solaris® Stick Light Installation Instructions
Unpacking the Product
After unpacking the product, inspect it for damage that may have occurred in transit. If it has been damaged or is missing a part, do not attempt to install or operate it. File a claim immediately with the carrier, stating the extent of the damage. Carefully check all envelopes, shipping labels and tags before removing or destroying them. If you are missing any parts, contact Customer Support at 1-800-264-3578, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (CT).
Product Specifications Electrical: Cable: Colors:
Operates on 12.8 V 30 ft, Jacketed 3-Conductor Red (Positive) Black (Negative) White (Programming) Operating Temperature: –22 °F to +149 F (–30° C to +65 °C) Material: High-Impact Polycarbonate Dimensions Height: 1.125 in (2.86 cm) Depth: 2.625 in (6.67 cm) Length: 8-head 31.75 in (80.65 cm) 6-head 24.23 in (61.54 cm) 4-head 16.87 in (42.85 cm)
Mounting and Wiring the Stick Light AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT— Do not install equipment or route wiring in the deployment path of an airbag. Failure to observe this warning will reduce the effectiveness of the airbag or potentially dislodge the equipment, causing serious injury or death. LIGHT OUTPUT COMPLIANCE — This product is intended for supplemental warning and for use in conjunction with an approved primary warning light system. Consult local codes and regulations to determine if the power supply/ light head combination complies with the horizontal or vertical mount position desired in your application. Failure to follow this caution could result in reduced light output and reduced warning system effectiveness.
To mount the stick light: 1. Determine which side of the stick light to secure to the mounting surface. From a horizontal orientation, the bottom and rear surfaces of the stick light are available for mounting. 2. See Figure 1. Locate the opening in the selected mounting-bolt channel and drop in four mounting screws.
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Models SL8F, SL6F, and SL4F
Solaris® Stick Light Installation Instructions Figure 1 Stick light positioned horizontally with mounting hardware STICK LIGHT
END CAP REAR CHANNEL FLAT WASHER SCREW HEX NUT BOTTOM CHANNEL
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DRILLING PRECAUTIONS — Before drilling, check the area into which you are drilling to be sure you do not damage vehicle components. All drilled holes should be deburred, and all sharp edges should be smoothed. All wire routings going through drilled holes should be protected by convolute/split-loom tubing.
3. Drill holes as needed for the mounting screws. 4. Secure the stick light to the mounting surface using the supplied nuts. NOTE: Powering multiple devices with a common control lead may cause one or more units to briefly remain functional after signal power is removed. For example, due to high-input filter capacitance, a strobe supply can briefly provide the current required to operate a low current device such as a Solaris Stick Light. If necessary, use a relay to isolate devices with large filter capacitors. See Figure 2 for a suggested schematic. All components and wires are installer-supplied. 5. Connect the black conductor to ground. 6. Connect the red wire to a positive 12 Vdc source through an installer-supplied 5 A fuse. Figure 2 Relay for isolating devices with large filter capacitors RELAY STROBE SUPPLY +12 Vdc
CONTROL LEAD (12 Vdc SIGNAL ACTIVATED)
FUSE
SOLARIS STICK LIGHT
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Models SL8F, SL6F, and SL4F
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Solaris® Stick Light Installation Instructions
Selecting a Flash Pattern LIGHT HAZARD — To be an effective warning device, an emergency warning system produces bright light that can be hazardous to your eyesight at close range. Do not stare directly into the light at close range or permanent damage to your eyesight may occur. BURN HAZARD — After prolonged operation, the stick light dissipates heat and can cause burns. Do not hold it in your hands for extended periods of time. Do not touch it during, or shortly after, operation. Always allow the stick light to cool before handling.
The Solaris Stick Light features 10 patterns that are selected by touching the white programming wire to the 12 Vdc power source. Tables 1 and 2 list the available patterns. The stick light is designed to start at the last flash pattern selected before it was de-energized. For example, if it is de-energized at the seventh flash pattern and then re-energized, the seventh pattern is activated. Table 1 8-head and 4-head flash patterns No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
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Description
Flash Rate
7X Flash
60 FPM
Quad Flash
Double Flash Double Flash Single Flash
Quad Odd/Even
Single Odd/Even Double Paired Single Paired Single Out/In TEST
60 QFPM (Default) 60 DFPM
115 DFPM 115 FPM
60 QFPM 97 FPM
72 DFPM 60 FPM 91 FPM
Table 2 6-head flash patterns No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
10
Dim
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Description
Flash Rate
7X Flash
60 FPM
Quad Flash
Double Flash Double Flash Single Flash Single Flash
Quad Odd/Even
60 QFPM (Default) 60 DFPM
115 DFPM 60 FPM
115 FPM
60 QFPM
Double Odd/Even 60 DFPM Double Out/In
72 DFPM
TEST
Dim
Single Out/In
Getting Technical Support and Service
91 FPM
Federal Signal Corporation will service your equipment or provide technical assistance with any problems that cannot be handled locally. Any product returned to Federal Signal for service, inspection, or repair must be accompanied by a Return Material Authorization number. The RMA number can be obtained from your local distributor or Federal Signal. Please provide a brief explanation of the service requested or the nature of the malfunction. Contact your local dealer/distributor for replacement parts availability or contact the Service Department (7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, Central Time) at: Federal Signal Corporation 2645 Federal Signal Drive University Park, IL 60484-3167 800-433-9132 800-343-9706 (fax) E-mail: empserviceinfo@fedsig,com www.fedsig.com
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Models SL8F, SL6F, and SL4F
